Harris Academy Beulah Hill vs Harris Academy Purley
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 6.8 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harris Academy Beulah Hill
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,011 students
Harris Academy Purley
South Croydon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,013 students
| Measure | Harris Academy Beulah Hill London, London | Harris Academy Purley South Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 39 Lower 50% | 48 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #446 of 640 | #389 of 640 |
| National rank | #2487 of 4,090 | #2046 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 1,011 | 1,013 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,011 | 1,013 |
| Free school meals | 35.7% | 39.2% |
| Capacity filled | 91.9% | 88.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 44.4 | 46.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 33.7% | 50.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 56.4% | 65.8% |
| EBacc average points | 3.96 | 4.17 |
| A level points per entry | – | 29.3 |
| town | London | South Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | harrisbeulahhill.org.uk | www.harrispurley.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Harris Academy Purley scores higher on the Success Index (England) (48.4 vs 39.3).
- •Harris Academy Purley is the larger school with 1,013 students compared with 1,011.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Harris Academy Beulah Hill better than Harris Academy Purley?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Academy Purley ranks higher (48.4 vs 39.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Harris Academy Beulah Hill and Harris Academy Purley?
About 6.8 km in a straight line, between London and South Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harris Academy Beulah Hill: 1,011. Harris Academy Purley: 1,013. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harris Academy Beulah Hill and Harris Academy Purley rank in London?
Harris Academy Beulah Hill is 446th of 640 and Harris Academy Purley is 389th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).